Author: Jay Bartlett
White Castle Reduces Vandalism With AI Monitoring
White Castle reduced vandalism, loitering, and late-night escalations by over 90% after piloting Interface Systems’ AI-powered Virtual Perimeter Guard. Combining intelligent detection with live human monitoring, the solution proactively deters incidents, improves employee safety, enhances customer experience, and reduces operational disruption at high-risk restaurant locations.
Genetec Advances Investigation Speed With Security Center SaaS
Genetec introduces new enterprise investigation capabilities in Security Center SaaS, enabling faster evidence discovery across multi-site and multi-vendor environments. With AI-powered natural language search, trajectory analysis, and unified case management, organizations can reduce investigation time from hours to minutes while maintaining transparency and operational control.
IQSIGHT Introduces Intelligence-First Video Security Brand
IQSIGHT introduces an intelligence-first approach to video security, evolving from Bosch Video Systems. Combining trusted engineering with AI-powered analytics, the brand delivers actionable insights at the edge and within VMS environments, helping organizations improve safety, operational performance, and resilience across critical sectors.
Athena Security Launches Weapons Detection Support Center
Athena Security has launched its AI-enabled Weapons Detection Support Center, a proactive, self-healing capability designed to detect, diagnose, and resolve operational issues in real time. Featuring built-in offline functionality, automated failover, and AI-generated ticketing, the platform ensures uninterrupted weapons detection operations while reducing manual intervention and support delays.
System Surveyor Launches Customized Reports Feature
System Surveyor has launched Customized Reports, a powerful feature that enables security and technology integrators to generate professional, reusable, and fully customizable documentation. The tool supports multiple report types, automates bills of materials, consolidates surveys into a single PDF, and helps teams streamline workflows while maintaining accurate, decision-ready project records.
Antaira Launches 95W 10GbE AC PoE++ Injector
Antaira Technologies has introduced the INJ-0201X-bt-AC-95-T, a hardened 95W 10GbE PoE++ injector built for industrial networks requiring both high bandwidth and high power. Featuring integrated AC input, IEEE 802.3bt compliance, and -40°C to 75°C operation, it enables single-cable deployment of machine vision cameras, PTZ systems, Wi-Fi 6E/7 access points, and edge computing devices.
Omnitron Launches Ethernet-APL Switches And Converters
Omnitron Systems has launched a new line of Ethernet-APL compatible switches and media converters designed for industrial process automation networks. The solutions extend Ethernet connectivity and power delivery over single-pair cables across long distances. Supporting IT and OT integration, the products simplify deployment, improve flexibility, and enhance performance in hazardous and industrial environments.
Wavestore Releases WaveFusion Unified Physical Security Management Solution
Wavestore introduces WaveFusion, a cloud-first unified physical security management solution designed to eliminate silos and security blind spots. Built on an open API platform with hybrid SaaS flexibility, WaveFusion integrates video surveillance, access control, intrusion systems, and IoT devices into a single interface for faster response and operational efficiency.
Verkada Appoints Mark Coates As VP Of EMEA
Verkada has appointed Mark Coates as Vice President of EMEA, strengthening its leadership team as demand grows across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Coates brings nearly three decades of enterprise technology experience to support regional expansion and accelerate adoption of Verkada’s AI-powered, cloud-based physical security platform.
Ai-RGUS Drives Rapid Growth And Expansion In 2026
Ai-RGUS is entering 2026 with strong momentum after expanding its partner network by more than 40% and enhancing its AI-powered performance verification platform. The company’s solution autonomously monitors cameras, access control, and IP security devices to detect failures early, reduce risk, and improve system reliability for security professionals worldwide.
Wavestore Launches WaveFusion Unified Security Platform
Wavestore has launched WaveFusion, a cloud-first unified physical security management solution that brings video surveillance, access control, intrusion detection, and IoT devices into a single open API platform. Built natively for modern environments, WaveFusion eliminates silos, reduces complexity, and enables faster, more intelligent security response.
VIVOTEK Enhances VORTEX With Generative AI And Safety Detection
VIVOTEK has enhanced its VORTEX cloud platform with generative AI-powered Think Alert and advanced safety detection capabilities. The updates support proactive risk detection, unified access control and video operations, and scalable cloud-based security management.
Colonial Heights School District Deploys ZeroEyes AI Gun Detection
Colonial Heights School District has deployed ZeroEyes’ AI-based gun detection technology to enhance campus safety. The solution integrates with existing cameras to identify firearm threats, verify incidents through a 24/7 operations center, and deliver real-time intelligence to school leaders and local law enforcement.
Healthcare Security Modernization Priorities In 2026
Healthcare organizations are advancing physical security strategies by prioritizing hybrid-cloud deployment flexibility, AI-driven analytics, and enterprise collaboration. Insights from global professionals highlight growing investments in access control, data-centric operations, and integrated systems to address rising incidents while improving resilience, compliance, and operational efficiency across healthcare environments.
Everon Launches Active Video Monitoring Services
New Service Enables Proactive Threat Detection And Faster Response Everon, has expanded its remote video monitoring portfolio with the launch of an enhanced active video monitoring service. Designed to deliver […]
FLIR FCB-Series AI Delivers Reliable Perimeter Security
FLIR has introduced the FCB-Series AI thermal analytics camera, combining deep-learning video analytics with high-sensitivity thermal imaging to deliver reliable perimeter detection in all weather and lighting conditions. Designed for rugged environments, the camera reduces false alarms, supports Nexus-enabled geolocation, and integrates easily with existing security systems for accurate, cost-effective protection.
The Rise Of Intelligent Search Tools In Video Surveillance
As video archives expand across cameras, body-worn devices, drones, and mobile sources, the challenge in surveillance is no longer coverage but search. Intelligent search tools use AI and natural language queries to help operators quickly locate critical evidence across vast datasets. These tools enhance investigations, complement camera analytics, and keep human judgement firmly in control while improving speed, context, and operational efficiency.
Altronix Trove™ Simplifies Hanwha Vision OnCAFE Deployments
Altronix has partnered with Hanwha Vision to support the launch of the new OnCAFE access control platform. As part of this collaboration, Altronix Trove™ Access and Power Integration Solutions have been selected as the preferred power option for OnCAFE deployments. The integration streamlines access control system design by simplifying panel layouts and wiring requirements.
Genetec Shares Data Privacy Best Practices For Security Teams
Genetec Inc., has outlined a set of data privacy best practices to help organizations protect sensitive physical security data while maintaining effective and compliant security operations. Physical security systems generate large volumes of information, including video footage, access control records, and license plate data.
ASSP Launches Framework To Drive Safety Beyond Compliance
The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) has announced the launch of its Standards-Based User Groups (SBUGs), a strategic framework designed to move the safety profession beyond regulatory compliance toward measurable, data-driven excellence. The initiative reinforces ASSP’s position as a trusted authority guiding the shift of safety from a regulatory requirement to a core business driver.